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September 16, 2025European PsychiatryOpen Access

Dual pathology and Takotsubo syndrome. A case report

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Case report reveals takotsubo syndrome linked to cocaine use in a patient with personality disorder, suggesting serious implications.

Takotsubo syndrome was identified in a 50-year-old woman after cocaine use, highlighting its potential triggers.
The patient demonstrated psychological instability due to grief, dual pathology, and severe cardiac symptoms.
A thorough evaluation showed acute coronary syndrome tied to substance abuse, emphasizing the importance of recognizing somatic complications.
Lurasidone was prescribed for psychotic symptoms, indicating a need for careful management in patients with dual diagnoses.

Barea et al. (2025) studied this question.

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